Six boat types dominate nautical rentals in Brazil: speedboat, yacht, sailboat, catamaran, schooner and traineira. The 2025 reference ranges vary from R$ 80–150 per person on the shared schooner in Paraty to R$ 23.000–28.750 per day on an Azimut yacht in Angra dos Reis — the right type exists for every group, occasion and budget. This compendium guide presents each vessel with capacity, price and a decision tree, updated Nov 2025.
Table of Contents (TOC)
- The six types in one comparison
- Speedboat: the versatile one
- Yacht: the premium host
- Sailboat: silence and wind
- Catamaran, schooner and traineira
- Summarized decision tree
- FAQ
The six types in one comparison
| Type | Typical capacity | Reference range (2025) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speedboat | 6 to 22 (options up to 40) | R$ 799–7.000+ by size and destination | Active trips, many routes available |
| Yacht | 12 to 25+ | R$ 7.000–28.750/day | Events, overnight, premium comfort |
| Sailboat | 8 to 12 | R$ 1.350–3.100 | Couples, sailing, intimacy |
| Catamaran | 10 to 40+ | R$ 2.500–4.950 | Families, large groups, stability |
| Schooner | 30 to 80+ (shared) | R$ 80–150/person; private R$ 1.500–4.000+ | Affordable shared trip, large groups |
| Traineira (traditional Brazilian fishing boat) | 8 to 20 | R$ 1.200–2.500 | Fishing, midsize groups, rustic style |
Prices are per vessel (except the shared schooner, per person), with skipper, life jackets and insurance included on most routes; fuel varies by operator. Reserve with a 50% deposit via Pix and 50% on the day.
Speedboat: the versatile one
The speedboat is the most versatile boat on the market: fast displacement between beaches, low draft for coastal sailing, and models from 6 to 40 seats. In Búzios, small ones start at R$ 1.300–1.800; in Rio, 5 hours on a weekday cost from R$ 2.300; midsize boats in Angra run R$ 2.500–5.000; large ones for 30 to 40 people, from R$ 7.000 in Rio. It's the standard choice for families, groups of friends and bachelorette parties, with 4 to 8-hour routes and swim stops.
Yacht: the premium host
The yacht is a luxury residence in motion: interior salon, air conditioning, cabins with private bathrooms, kitchen and hosting structure. They start at R$ 7.000 in Rio and R$ 10.600 in Guarujá (Ferretti 55); in Angra, 70-foot Azimuts cost R$ 23.000–28.750 per day. It hosts 12 to 25 people comfortably and is the choice for corporate events, celebrations and two-day overnight trips.
Sailboat: silence and wind
The sailboat sails by its sails and delivers the most sensory experience of the sea: silence, sail trim and direct contact with the wind. Interiors are compact, for 8 to 12 people, and prices are the most accessible among private boats: R$ 1.350–1.800 in Florianópolis and R$ 1.700–3.100 in Salvador. It's the preferred vessel for honeymoons, sunsets and marriage proposals — occasions where atmosphere outweighs infrastructure.
Catamaran, schooner and traineira
The catamaran combines the stability of two hulls with an open deck for 10 to 40+ people — ideal for families with children and seniors, with ranges of R$ 2.500–4.950 in Salvador, Búzios and Florianópolis (a short route on the north of the island from R$ 1.800). The schooner is the democratic shared trip: R$ 80–150 per person in Paraty with fruit, music and jackets; private ones start at R$ 1.500–4.000, and 30-seat options in Salvador, from R$ 2.750. The traineira is the rustic fishing boat, private and flexible, for R$ 1.200–2.500 in Búzios, Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio.
Summarized decision tree
Ask in order: (1) how many people? Up to 8-10 → small speedboat or sailboat; 8-22 → midsize speedboat, catamaran or traineira; 30+ → shared schooner, large speedboat/vessel or catamaran; (2) which occasion? Couple/romantic → sailboat; family → catamaran or midsize speedboat; party/event → yacht or large speedboat; fishing → traineira; budget trip → shared schooner; (3) how much to spend? From your range in the table, the size adjusts itself. (4) long route with distant stops → speedboat; full day at anchor → catamaran; overnight → yacht.
The decision rarely stalls on the vessel and almost always on group size and budget — the first two questions solve the vast majority of cases. For the rest, the Voguer team recommends based on the inventory and the date's price ranges.
FAQ — Frequently asked questions
What are the boat types for tourist trips? The six main ones are: speedboat (speed and versatility), yacht (premium comfort and events), sailboat (sailing under canvas), catamaran (stability and space), schooner (shared trip) and traineira (fishing and rustic style). Each serves a group, occasion and budget profile.
What's the cheapest boat type for a trip? The shared schooner is the cheapest: R$ 80–150 per person in Paraty with a complete program. Among private boats, the sailboat leads (R$ 1.350–1.800 in Florianópolis), followed by small speedboats from R$ 1.300–1.800 in Búzios and Ilhabela.
Which boat to choose for 30 people? For 30 people, the options are: shared or private schooner (R$ 1.500–4.000+; in Salvador, from R$ 2.750 for 30), a large speedboat from R$ 7.000 in Rio, or a catamaran for large groups. The decision depends on the program: collective, party or family comfort.
What's the difference between a speedboat and a yacht? The speedboat is agile, with a planing hull and a focus on displacement and daytime trips; the yacht is larger, with a salon, cabins, air conditioning and hosting structure for 12-25 people. Prices separate them clearly: speedboats from R$ 799 to R$ 7.000+, yachts from R$ 7.000 to R$ 28.750/day.
Which boat rocks less? No boat is motion-free, but the catamaran greatly reduces movement with its two hulls — ideal for seniors, children and those sensitive to seasickness. Closed bays, like those of Angra dos Reis and the Bay of All Saints, minimize swell on any vessel.
Which boat to choose for fishing? The traineira is the traditional choice: robust hull, rustic style and groups of 8 to 20 people, for R$ 1.200–2.500 in Búzios, Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio. The skipper knows the region's fishing spots, and the route is built around the activity.
What's the best boat type for a party? A yacht or a large speedboat (30-40 people, from R$ 7.000 in Rio) for DJ, catering and decoration structure; a catamaran for daytime parties of 20 to 40 with an open deck. Confirm capacity, sound limit and supplier access with the operator before boarding.
How do I know the price of the type I want? Send date, city, number of people and occasion to Voguer via WhatsApp. You receive options across the six types with price ranges, inclusions (skipper, life jackets, insurance) and boarding points — and secure the date with a 50% deposit via Pix, balance on the day.
CTA — Choose your boat with Voguer
Speedboat, yacht, sailboat, catamaran, schooner or traineira — the right type exists for your program. Talk to the Voguer team on WhatsApp, share the number of people, the occasion and the city, and receive compared options with price ranges and inclusions, no commitment. Date secured with a 50% deposit via Pix.
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